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Lymphoma Lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that affects the lymphatic system, a vital part of the immune system that helps protect the body from infection and disease. The lymphatic system includes the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, and bone marrow. …

Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer that develops in the mesothelium, the thin protective lining that covers many of the body's internal organs. It most often forms in the tissue surrounding the lungs, known as the pleura, which is …

Myeloma Myeloma, most often referred to as multiple myeloma, is an uncommon type of blood cancer that begins in plasma cells, a form of white blood cell found in the bone marrow. Plasma cells normally produce antibodies that help the body fight infection, …

Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones gradually wears down. This protective cartilage helps joints move smoothly, so when it becomes thinner or damaged, bones …

Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancer begins when abnormal cells in the ovaries grow and divide more quickly than they should, forming a tumor that can spread to nearby tissues or other areas of the body. The ovaries are two small, almond-shaped organs located on …

Pancreatic Cancer Pancreatic cancer begins in the pancreas, an organ behind the stomach that helps with digestion and blood sugar regulation. Most cases start in the ductal cells that carry digestive enzymes out of the pancreas, known as pancreatic ductal …

Penile Cancer Penile cancer is a rare disease that begins in the skin or tissues of the penis. Most cases start in the cells that line the skin of the penis and may first appear as subtle skin changes that can easily be mistaken for benign conditions. …

Primary Peritoneal Cancer Primary peritoneal cancer is a rare cancer that starts in the peritoneum, the thin membrane that lines the inside of the abdomen and covers organs like the stomach, liver, and intestines. Because the peritoneum and the surface of …

Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer begins in the prostate, a small gland below the bladder that produces seminal fluid. It is one of the most common cancers in men, especially those over age 50. Many prostate cancers grow slowly and remain confined to the …

I believe it's a privilege and an honor to care for women facing uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, and other gynecological cancers. As a woman, I can relate to the many different layers of feelings involved with cancer that affects only …